Property score
63.8
Fair
Overall 63.8 · Smaller than most nearby homes
1,000 sqft (bottom 22%) · Built in 1972 (3 yrs older than avg)
Located in a high-income area with median household income of ~91k
Transit 70.0 · 1-min walk to transit with 1 nearby route · Within 500m: 1 school, 1 healthcare facility, 1 shop, and 3 parks nearby
Living Area
Below average
28% smaller than neighborhood avg.
Year Built
Near average
3 yrs older than neighborhood avg.
Mother tongue
English · 80%French · 3%
Past 10 years Varsity View sales snapshot (~80% of all data)
281
492k
$398/sqft
1975
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63.8 is composed by the two sections below.
Property Score
Community Score
Varsity View
How to read: Share of sales in each ~$50k price band for “varsity view” (Detached houses (non-condo), 2024). The tallest band is the mainstream budget range; multi-year view shows how that band shifts over time.
Sales-to-New-Listings
1,196
sold
1,852
new listings
Manitoba Real Estate Association March public data on New Listings and Properties Sold across Manitoba
Sold Above Asking
Majority sold above asking
68 of 104 sold above asking · Manually compiled from MLS Winnipeg sold listings, May 4 – May 10, 2026
With a Sales-to-New-Listings ratio of 64.6% and 65% of homes selling above asking price, demand is clearly outpacing supply. Buyers are competing, which is putting upward pressure on prices.
Dissemination area (DA) — Statistics Canada 2021 Census · Area: #46110348
$91K
Median household income
$105K
Average household income
6%
Low income (LIM-AT)
0.2
Income inequality (Gini)
3.2
P90 / P10 ratio
26%
Single-person households
26%
Families with children
Figures are for the census dissemination area containing this listing location; sources and margins may apply per Statistics Canada.
Rank by land area, larger = better rank
Rank by year, newer = better rank
Rank by living area, larger = better rank
Rank by assessed value, higher = better rank
Bar: fill length ≈ share of peers you outperform. Fill color reflects tier (red / blue / amber / gray). “Avg” is a rough median benchmark for comparable homes in that scope.
To see this property on a map next to nearby houses—and compare year built, living area, assessed value, and lot size in detail—open the neighbourhood analysis page.
Nearby stops, routes & transit score
Dining, education, healthcare, shopping & more
217 Varsity View Drive — 7 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 1 education (nearest 326 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 147 m), 1 shopping (nearest 132 m).
Varsity View · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
6
2026
vs. city avg
-80%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -93%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
83%
217 Varsity View Drive: We are not showing a transaction history based solely on public data; that does not mean no sale ever occurred. You can still request details by email in the “Data notes” section below—we will look it up manually and reply with the most accurate information available.
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Address · Year Built · Living Area
Address · Distance
Address · Tax-Assessed Value
Property Summary: 217 Varsity View Drive
Section 1: Overview & Appeal
This is a classic, single-story home in the established Varsity View neighbourhood. Its key characteristics are straightforward: a 1,000 sqft living space on a generous 3,866 sqft lot, built in 1972, with an unfinished basement and no garage. The appeal lies in its simplicity and location. It represents a relatively affordable entry point into a mature, central area near the University of Manitoba. The unfinished basement offers a blank canvas for future expansion or storage, and the large lot provides valuable outdoor space in the city.
This property would best suit a pragmatic first-time buyer, an investor looking for a rental property near the university, or a downsizer seeking a manageable, no-frills home in a quiet area. Its value is in its land and location rather than high-end finishes. A thoughtful perspective is that while its rankings for size and assessed value are modest within its immediate area, it outperforms a significant portion of the wider Winnipeg market, suggesting it offers a balance of location and price that has broader appeal across the city.
Section 2: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What do the ranking percentages actually mean?
They show how this property compares to others in specific categories. For example, it ranks in the top 76% for land size in Winnipeg (beating 24% of homes), meaning its lot is larger than average for the city, which is a notable asset.
2. Is the unfinished basement a drawback?
Not necessarily. While it requires investment to finish, it means there are no hidden issues with previous renovations. It offers flexible, low-cost storage now and the potential to add significant living space and value in the future, tailored to the new owner's needs.
3. Who might find the lack of a garage a concern?
Buyers with multiple vehicles or a need for extensive workshop/storage space may see this as a limitation. However, for many, the large lot presents an opportunity to add a garage or shed, subject to local bylaws.
4. The home is over 50 years old. What should I consider?
Expect core systems (roof, plumbing, electrical, furnace) to be at or beyond their typical lifespan. A thorough inspection is essential. The upside is that older homes in established neighbourhoods often feature more solid construction and mature landscaping than newer builds.
5. Why is the assessed value ranking so high (low percentile) on its own street?
It ranks 13 out of 13 on its street (top 100%), meaning it has the lowest municipal assessment on the block. This can indicate it's one of the more modest homes on a desirable street, which may present an opportunity for value appreciation, but also suggests neighbouring properties are likely more updated or larger.
